Kaimanawa Legacy Championships
National Equestrian Centre, Taupo
ALL BREEDS WELCOME
Welcome
We’re proud to host our inaugural Kaimanawa Legacy National Championships, in conjunction with the Kaimanawa Legacy Kamp, at the National Equestrian Centre in Taupo, from the 16th – 19th of January 2025.
This event has been designed to showcase to the public how special our heritage horses are, as well as fundraising towards rehoming efforts for the 2025 Kaimanawa Horse Muster. Fifty percent of the profits from this event will go towards KLF Initial Handling Subsidies and KLF Stallion Subsidies, to help save excess horses and place them with KLF Approved Trainers so they can have the best start possible in domestication.
Hosting an event like this doesn’t happen by chance, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved, including the competitors and spectators and of course, our wonderful sponsors.
NOTE: This show is open to horses of all breeds, with non-Kaimanawa horses competing in separate All Breeds classes.
Kaimanawa Legacy Championships Classes
Each of the following classes are available to enter for both Kaimanawa and All Breed horses (including Far North Wild Horses).
* Youth: A youth competitor, aged under 18 years.
* Amateur: An amateur competitor, aged 18 years or over, who doesn’t earn an income off coaching, breeding or training horses.
* Newcomer: A green horse in its first season of competition.
* All Breeds: a horse or pony of any breed, excluding KHH registered Kaimanawa horses.
* Far North Wild Horse: A horse mustered from the wild, from the Far North of New Zealand, with proven origin.
IN-HAND HORSEMANSHIP CLASS
In this class the horses will complete an in-hand horsemanship pattern, working through a variety of maneuvers. This includes walking and trotting in-hand, rein-back, lunging in both directions and a sidepass in either direction.
IN-HAND HORSEMANSHIP CLASS
Entry fee: $20
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), 4th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
– Best 2024 Mustered Horse
– Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
– Best Newcomer*
The required patterns can be downloaded HERE.
HORSEMANSHIP PATTERN SCORING CRITERIA
The scores will be determined in the following way:
0 = Did not attempt the task
2 = Attempted the task, but did not complete it
4 = Completed the task after some hesitation or with tension
6 = Completed the task on the first attempt, but showed tension
8 = Completed the task on the first attempt in a relaxed manner
10 = Completed the task in a relaxed and willing manner on the first attempt and seemed confident and at ease
In total there will be 10 elements in the horsemanship patterns, with each manoeuvrer worth 10 points.
RIDDEN HORSEMANSHIP CLASS
In this class the horses will complete a ridden horsemanship pattern, working through a variety of maneuvers. This includes walking, trotting and cantering, rein-back and a sidepass in either direction. The pattern may be ridden in a snaffle, halter or bitless bridle.
RIDDEN HORSEMANSHIP CLASS
Entry fee: $20
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), 4th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
– Best 2024 Mustered Kaimanawa Horse
– Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
– Best Newcomer*
The required pattern can be downloaded HERE.
HORSEMANSHIP PATTERN SCORING CRITERIA
The scores will be determined in the following way:
0 = Did not attempt the task
2 = Attempted the task, but did not complete it
4 = Completed the task after some hesitation or with tension
6 = Completed the task on the first attempt, but showed tension
8 = Completed the task on the first attempt in a relaxed manner
10 = Completed the task in a relaxed and willing manner on the first attempt and seemed confident and at ease
In total there will be 10 elements in the horsemanship patterns, with each maneuver worth 10 points.
IN-HAND OBSTACLE CLASS
In this class, competitors will complete a course of 10 obstacles. You will be informed of the course on the day and have a chance to walk through the course with a KLF steward immediately before the class begins. The obstacles are to be completed in-hand only and you will have a maximum of 4 minutes to complete up to 10 obstacles.
IN-HAND OBSTACLE CLASS
Entry fee: $20
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), 4th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
– Best 2024 Mustered Horse
– Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
– Best Newcomer*
In-hand and ridden obstacle options can be downloaded HERE.
INHAND/RIDDEN OBSTACLES JUDGING CRITERIA
The scores will be determined in the following way:
0 = Did not attempt the task
2 = Attempted the task, but did not complete it
4 = Completed the task after some hesitation or showed tension
6 = Completed the task on the first attempt, but showed tension
8 = Completed the task on the first attempt in a relaxed manner
10 = Completed the task in a relaxed and willing manner on the first attempt and seemed confident and at ease
Each of the 10 obstacles will receive a score of 0-10, giving you a potential score of 100.
RIDDEN OBSTACLE CLASS
In this class, competitors are required to complete a course of 10 obstacles. You will be informed of the course on the day and have a chance to walk through the course with a KLF steward immediately before the class begins. The obstacles are to be completed ridden and you will have a maximum of 4 minutes to complete up to 10 obstacles. The course may be ridden in a snaffle, halter or bitless bridle.
RIDDEN OBSTACLE CLASS
Entry fee: $20
Sashes and prizemoney/prizes:
1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), 4th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
– Best 2024 Mustered Kaimanawa Horse
– Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
– Best Newcomer*
In-hand and ridden obstacle options can be downloaded HERE.
INHAND/RIDDEN OBSTACLES JUDGING CRITERIA
The scores will be determined in the following way:
0 = Did not attempt the task
2 = Attempted the task, but did not complete it
4 = Completed the task after some hesitation or showed tension
6 = Completed the task on the first attempt, but showed tension
8 = Completed the task on the first attempt in a relaxed manner
10 = Completed the task in a relaxed and willing manner on the first attempt and seemed confident and at ease
Each of the 10 obstacles will receive a score of 0-10, giving you a potential score of 100.
IN-HAND JUMPING CLASS
INHAND JUMPING CLASS
In this class, competitors are required to complete a course of 10 jumps inhand; the jumps will range from poles on the ground, to 30cm uprights, and may include small fill. The jumps will be numbered and you will have a chance to walk through the course immediately before the class begins.
IN-HAND JUMPING CLASS
Entry fee: $10
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($50), 2nd ($40), 3rd ($30), 4th ($20)
IN-HAND JUMPING JUDGING CRITERIA
Each of the 10 jumps will receive a style score of 0-10, giving you a potential score of 100.
RIDDEN JUMPING CLASS
In this class, competitors are required to complete a course of 10 jumps. Competitors can choose up to two heights, from the following: 45cm, 60cm, 75cm or 90cm. The course may include fill and feature either show jumping or Show Hunter style jumps. The jumps will be numbered and you will have a chance to walk through the course immediately before the class begins. The course may be ridden in a snaffle, halter or bitless bridle.
RIDDEN JUMPING CLASS
45CM, 60CM, 75CM, 90CM
Entry fee: $25 (includes two jumping heights)
NOTE: All four heights will be judged as one round, with the horses being scored on style. If a horse enters two heights, their highest scored round will count towards the placing.
Ribbons will also be given out to every horse that jumps a clear round.
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), 4th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
Best 2024 Mustered Kaimanawa Horse
Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
Best Newcomer*
RIDDEN JUMPING JUDGING CRITERIA
Each of the 10 jumps will receive a style score of 0-10, giving you a potential score of 100. If you elect to compete in two jumping heights, only your highest scored round will count towards the overall placing.
RIDDEN FAULT 'N' OUT CLASS
In this class, competitors compete in a jumping competition, in which they progress to the next height if they jump clear (with no refusals or rails; touching the pole does not count as a fault). The jump will be set up as a simple oxer. The class may be ridden in a snaffle, halter or bitless bridle.
RIDDEN FAULT ‘N’ OUT CLASS
Entry fee: $10
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($50), 2nd ($40), 3rd ($30), 4th ($20)
TIP N OUT JUDGING CRITERIA
There will be a maximum of 10 attempts offered, starting from 65cm and increasing in height by one hole (approx 5 to 7cm per round). If multiple riders clear the final height, which would be approx 1.10 – 1.15m, they will finish on an equal score of 100, but may elect to jump-off for final placings.
Each height you jump clear will give you 10 points, giving you a potential score of 100.
FREESTYLE CLASS
In this spirited freestyle class, competitors will showcase the talents of their horses during a four-minute routine, which incorporates props, music and costumes. The Kaimanawa freestyle, which is being run as the Saturday Night Show, is limited to 15 entries (10 of the top Kaimanawa horses will be invited to compete, with additional wild card spaces available). Any Kaimanawa horses not selected are eligible to compete in the All Breeds Freestyle on Sunday.
FREESTYLE CLASH
Entry fee: $25
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($250), 2nd ($200), 3rd ($150), 4th ($100), 5th ($50), 6th ($25)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
Best 2024 Mustered Kaimanawa Horse
FREESTYLE JUDGING CRITERIA
You will be scored on:
- Clear communication of aids
- Use of props/music/costume to enhance performance
- Originality of freestyle moves
- Overall horsemanship
- Degree of difficulty
- Partnership between horse/handler
- Horse demeanor & overall relaxation
- WOW appeal
From the judging points listed above, 1/2/3/4/5 will receive a score of 0-10, while 6/7/8 will receive a score of 0 – 20, giving you a potential score of 100.
RIDDEN DRESSAGE CLASS
In this class, riders will complete a Intro 0D or Prelim L2 (ESNZ Test 2023), in a 20 x 60 arena. The horse is expected to demonstrate an understanding of correct dressage basics. It should be ridden freely forward with a steady tempo and clear rhythm. The test may be ridden in a snaffle, halter or bitless bridle.
RIDDEN DRESSAGE CLASS
Entry fee: $20
NOTE: Both tests will be judged as one class. Each horse may only enter one test.
Sashes and prize money/prizes:
1st ($250), 2nd ($200), 3rd ($150), 4th ($100), 5th ($50), 6th ($50)
Bonus sashes and prizes:
Best 2024 Mustered Kaimanawa Horse
Best Youth (aged under 18 years)
Best Newcomer*
The two possible dressage tests can be downloaded HERE.
DRESSAGE JUDGING CRITERIA
Each of the movements will receive a score of 0-10, then an overall percentage will be determined to give you a potential score of 100.
Kaimanawa Legacy Championships Overall Prizes
KAIMANAWA HORSES
CHAMPION IN-HAND KAIMANAWA
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring in-hand classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
CHAMPION RIDDEN KAIMANAWA
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring ridden classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
SUPREME CHAMPION KAIMANAWA
Supreme Champion sash, trophy rug + garland
Points from your 5 highest scoring classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
CHAMPION 2024 MUSTERED KAIMANAWA
Champion sash (and prizes, to be determined)
CHAMPION NEWCOMER KAIMANANWA
Champion sash (and prizes, to be determined)
Horses mustered in 2024 are not eligible for this prize.
BEST PRESENTED & CONDITIONED KAIMANAWA
Best Presented sash (and prizes, to be determined)
BEST YOUTH
Warhawk Medal (and prizes, to be determined)
BEST AMATEUR ADULT*
Warhawk Medal (and prizes, to be determine
ALL BREEDS
CHAMPION IN-HAND ALL BREEDS*
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring in-hand classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
CHAMPION RIDDEN ALL BREEDS*
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring ridden classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
SUPREME CHAMPION ALL BREEDS*
Supreme Champion sashes + garland
Points from your 5 highest scoring classes
(including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
CHAMPION NEWCOMER ALL BREEDS
Champion sash (and prizes, to be determined)
BEST PRESENTED & CONDITIONED ALL BREEDS
Best Presented sash (and prizes, to be determined)
BEST YOUTH
Wilson Sisters Medal (and prizes, to be determined)
BEST AMATEUR ADULT*
Wilson Sisters Medal (and prizes, to be determined
FAR NORTH WILD HORSES
*Points from your 4 highest scoring in-hand or ridden classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring. The Far North Wild Horses will compete in the All Breeds Classes, but will be judged separately for their overall points. They will also be eligible for the Champion Newcomer All Breeds bonus sash, as well as the Best Presented & Conditioned All Breeds.
CHAMPION IN-HAND FAR NORTH WILD HORSE
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring in-hand classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
CHAMPION RIDDEN FAR NORTH WILD HORSE*
Champion, Reserve sashes
Points from your 3 highest scoring ridden classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
SUPREME CHAMPION FAR NORTH WILD HORSE*
Supreme Champion sashes + garland
Points from your 5 highest scoring classes (including the Freestyle) count towards the overall scoring.
*Disclaimer:* Prize money is an indication of sponsorship goals and is not guaranteed. The committee reserves the right to adjust prize payouts, which may only be paid out on a ratio of 1:7 entries, at their discretion.
